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Carter Reading Stand

19th Century Victorian Period Cast Iron Adjustable Reading Stand by John Carter
By John Carter
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
Superb quality late 19th century adjustable rectangular reading stand with circular table. Two
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Tables

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Victorian Telescopic Music / Reading Stand
By John Carter
Located in Dereham, GB
Victorian Telescopic Music / Reading Stand Telescopic brass pole with 2 circular Mahogany tops
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Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Tables

Materials

Brass, Iron

Victorian Telescopic Music / Reading Stand
Victorian Telescopic Music / Reading Stand
H 53.94 in W 23.63 in D 18.51 in
Victorian Mahogany, Over Bed Reading Stand Table
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Victorian mahogany, over bed reading stand table, This is a very beautiful and versatile piece
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Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Tray Tables

Materials

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Located in Eindhoven, NL
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Located in Hele, Devon, GB
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Questions About Carter Reading Stand
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A reading stand is a stand to position the book or any reading material in an orthopedically upright position for reading. It’s meant for comfortable reading. The stopper at the end holds the reading material in a way that it doesn’t slip off. It helps ensure that you maintain a good posture while you are reading. Find a collection of antique and vintage reading stands on 1stDibs today.